At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finance inbox, support audits, and oversee cashflow and bank reconciliations.
- Company: Dynamic London law firm offering a hybrid work model.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for career advancement in a thriving environment.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and gain valuable experience in legal finance.
- Qualifications: Experience in legal accounts and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Applying for this role is straightforward. Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.
12m FTC | London Law Firm | Hybrid 3:2
Main Responsibilities- Inbox management - Handling finance inbox enquiries and ensuring accurate, timely responses
- Audit support - Assisting with the annual audit and maintaining full SRA Accounts Rules compliance throughout the year
- Cashflow oversight - Monitoring daily cash balances, managing currency trades and preparing internal cashflow reporting
- Bank reconciliations - Completing monthly bank reconciliations and monitoring daily balances
- Expense approvals - Managing expense and invoice approvals through Emburse
- VAT reporting - Preparing monthly VAT reports for the UK and Germany, and drafting VAT returns for review and submission
- Statutory filings - Producing statutory and regulatory statistical returns with accuracy and timely filing
- Budget cycle support - Supporting the annual budgeting process, including data gathering, departmental liaison and preparation of schedules
- Financial analysis - Completing variance analysis, balance sheet reviews and P&L accuracy checks
- Client receipts - Recording and reporting client account receipts
- Journal posting - Reviewing and posting journals to ensure accurate financial records
- Vendor processing - Processing and maintaining vendor uploads
- Team support - Providing support across the team, including oversight of transactional tasks such as payment runs, card and expense processing, invoice entry and intercompany billing
- Legal accounts experience - Strong experience within a legal finance environment
- System knowledge - Experience using Aderant and Chrome River would be advantageous
- SRA expertise - In-depth understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
- Technical proficiency - Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office skills
Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.
Accounting Specialist employer: Ryder Reid Legal Limited
Join a prestigious London law firm as an Accounting Specialist, where you will thrive in a dynamic hybrid work environment that promotes collaboration and flexibility. Our supportive culture prioritises employee growth, offering opportunities for professional development and training, while our commitment to compliance and accuracy ensures you play a vital role in maintaining the firm's financial integrity. Experience the unique advantage of working in the heart of London, surrounded by a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in legal finance.
